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Self teaching module for the influence of culture and pigment on skin conditions in children

Category IV: Conditions scommon in Adolescents and Young Adulthood

Photo 28: Tinea Versicolor - hyperpigmented

These lesions are examples of the hyperpigmented variation of tinea versicolor. The plaques and patches are slightly raised, usually circular, often on the neck and upper face, but commonly on the chest, back, and under the breasts in adolescent girls. This fungal infection is caused by Pityrosporum ovalae and is most common in adolescents. It responds well to treatment with 2 1/2 percent selenium sulfide or topical anti-fungal creams.